Lectors

Men and women who enjoy reading sacred scripture and who are comfortable speaking to the congregation are encouraged to become Lectors. The Lectors read the first and second readings, announce the intentions of the Universal Prayer and may on occasion recite the Responsorial Psalm.

Lectors join in the procession at the beginning and end of Mass. When proceeding to and from the altar, the Lector, wearing approved attire, carries the Lectionary, which is to be slightly elevated. The Lector walks behind the Altar Servers and upon reaching or leaving the altar, the Lector makes a profound bow with the others. The Lector remains in the sanctuary until the first and second readings are completed and then returns to his/her pew.

If you are interested in becoming a Lector and have completed the Sacraments of Initiation, enjoy sharing God’s words, and live according to the teachings of the Catholic Church, please contact the Parish Office. Training will be provided.

Special Notice

Welcome back parishioners: Public celebration of Mass resumes on May 30th on Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 31st at 8:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’sChurch and June 7th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church. Returning to Mass in time of COVID-19 brings new guidelines and structure. Access to Mass will be limited to 25% capacity or 137 parishioners per Mass (90 at St. Patrick’s). Wearing a face mask will be required and if you are sick you must stay home. Please refer to this weeks’ bulletin or the website tab entitled COVID-19 or the Providence Diocese Website for additional guidelines. I look forward to seeing everyone, you were missed. (posted 6/5/20) https://dioceseofprovidence.org

ATTENTION: THE JUNE 6TH DINNER AT THE VILLAGE HAVEN HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19. PLEASE CLICK ON THE ATTACHED LETTER REGARDING RAFFLE AND PRIZE DETAILS. CALL THE OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. THANK YOU. (posted 5/24/20) 20 Week Club Letter due to COVID-19

Please click on the link below to read a pastoral message from Bishop Tobin dtd 4/19/20:

You can view live stream masses at St. Joseph’s and St. Patrick’s Church in Burrillville, and our neighboring churches on their websites or YouTube at St. Eugenes, Chepachet, St. Philips, Greenville and Our Lady of Good Help, Burrillville; as well as Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral in Providence. (See links below) If you do not have a computer you can view Mass on the TV network EWTN on channel 22 for Cox and channel 285 for Verizon.

Special Announcements

Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick’s Church starting June 7th.Refer to the bulletin or click on St. Patricks website link below for more information.

Announcement: The 2021 Mass book is in, and available to book your 2021 Masses. Call the parish office to book your Masses or the Sanctuary/Tabernacle Lamp in memory of your loved ones.

Save the Date: UPDATE PLEASE READJune 6, 2020,St. Joseph’s Church 20 Week Club annual dinner at the Village Haven Restaurant has been CANCELLEDdue to COVID 19. You can purchase your tickets at the Parish office. Cost is $50.00. Please click on the attached letter for further details. Call the office if you have any questions. 20 Week Club Letter due to COVID-19

Save the Date: UPDATE PLEASE READ June 20, 2020, St. Patrick’s annual Spring Dinner Dance HAS BEEN POSTPONED. New date to be determined. Refer to the weekly bulletin or call the office for more information.

Annual Yard Sale– UPDATE PLEASE READ– St. Joseph’s Church annual summer yard sale has been cancelled due to Covid-19. Will hope to resume this great fundraiser in 2021.

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church

Even though public Masses have been limited to 25% capacity (137 members) please know you may still support your parish via Parish Giving online as well as mailing your weekly budget directly to the parish. Thank you and may God Bless you.